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Written for students, educators, and researchers, Methods in Educational Research offers a refreshing introduction to the principles of educational research. Designed for the real world of educational research, the books̕ approach focuses on the types of problems likely to be encountered in professional experiences. Reflecting the importance of The No Child Left Behind Act, Identifically based educational research, school accountability, and professional demands of the twenty-first century, this resource empowers educational researchers to conduct research in their classrooms, districts, and the greater educational community - activities now not only expected but required of all teachers. Marguerite G. Lodico, EdD, is a professor at the College of Saint Rose where she teaches child development and educational research. Dean T. Spaulding, PhD, is an associate professor at the College of Saint Rose where he teaches educational research and program evaluation. Katherine H. Voegtle, PhD, is a professor at the College of Saint Rose where she teaches courses in human development, educational research, and educational psychology.

Índice: List of Boxes, Exhibits, Figures, and Tables. Preface. Acknowledgments. About the Authors. 1. Introduction to Educational Research. Chapter Objectives. Educational Accountability and Educational Research. Conducting Educational Research. Philosophical Frameworks for Educational Research. Research Ethics. Summary. Key Concepts. Discussion Questions or Activities. Suggested Readings. 2. Types of Educational Research Designs and Related Major Concepts. Chapter Objectives. Types of Approaches Used in Educational Research. Summary. Key Concepts. Discussion Questions or Activities. Suggested Readings. 3. Descrip... Etc.